While design and technology capture attention, a transformative manufacturing process works behind the scenes: Powder Metallurgy (PM). It is fundamental to making vehicles stronger, lighter, and more efficient. The automotive industry is its primary driver, consuming the majority of the world’s metal powder. What is Powder Metallurgy? Imagine building a…
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That first sip from a coffee maker, the daily commute in a vehicle filled with polymer components, or the office powered by cables hidden behind walls—modern life is enabled by plastics. Yet within these everyday materials lies an extraordinary, deliberately engineered feature we rarely notice: formulated fire safety. For engineers…
Read MoreWe have written earlier on how our IR client 20 Microns is building a R&D focused business with considerable value addition, while the market perhaps still views it has a plain vanilla mining and mineral business. It is incredible how market is driven more by perceptions rather than real research….
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From Ancient Art to Modern Science The story of powder metallurgy (PM) is one of remarkable evolution. What began millennia ago with the hammering of gold and platinum powders by ancient civilizations has transformed into one of the most sophisticated and sustainable manufacturing philosophies of the 21st century. Today, PM…
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India’s infrastructure boom is creating tangible tailwinds for industrial consumables. Flux-cored welding wire, essential for efficient, high-strength welding in construction, shipbuilding, and heavy fabrication, is a direct beneficiary. However, a sound investment thesis requires looking past the generic “essential input” narrative to the harder questions of competitive advantage and execution.This…
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In a world where supply chains are constantly tested, industries are looking beyond simple swaps to build real resilience. For manufacturers who have long depended on titanium dioxide (TiO₂) for whiteness and opacity, this presents a unique opportunity. The goal is no longer just to find an alternative but to…
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For all the buzz around 3D printing complex, lightweight geometries, the conversation often skips the most critical starting point: the powder. In metal additive manufacturing (AM), the part is only as good as the powder it’s built from. It’s not just a feedstock; it’s the foundational DNA of the final…
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A fundamental shift is occurring in the science of exterior coatings. Where “cool” technology once resided primarily in pigment selection, the new frontier lies in the structural engineering of the additive itself. Today’s leading formulations are no longer simple mixtures; they are precisely architected systems where particle design dictates holistic…
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In an era where defence technology evolves at breakneck speed, the quest for advanced materials must balance raw performance with profound responsibility. For decades, depleted uranium (DU) set the benchmark for armour-piercing penetrators, leveraging its exceptional density and pyrophoric properties. However, its legacy of radioactivity and toxic residue presents an…
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The Indian paint industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, and minerals are at the heart of this change. Rising consumer expectations, stricter environmental norms, and the demand for paints that can withstand India’s diverse and challenging climate are reshaping the way paints are formulated. 20 Microns, India’s leading R&D driven…
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